An in-depth analysis of a claim attributed to A. S. Dulat, the former RAW chief, that India is now isolated and cannot defeat or break Pakistan. The assertion has stirred debate about India's foreign and security posture in South Asia. The piece explains the context: enduring tensions between India and Pakistan, evolving regional dynamics, and India's expanding global partnerships. It examines the basis of the claim, including perceived diplomatic isolation and strategic constraints, while noting there is substantial disagreement among analysts about India's actual leverage over Pakistan. The analysis contrasts this view with counterpoints—India's ongoing defense modernization, economic resilience, and diplomatic engagements with major powers and regional players. Potential implications for policy include a push toward diversifying alliances, deterrence without escalation, and renewed confidence-building measures with Pakistan. In my view, while concerns about isolation deserve attention, the statement that India cannot defeat Pakistan oversimplifies a complex strategic landscape; both nations hold nuclear capabilities, and a balanced approach—strengthening defense and diplomacy—offers a more responsible path forward.

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Published: May 14, 2026, 3:01 am